American Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Centers are conveniently located within your community. With consistent days and hours of operation, it’s easy to find a donation appointment that works best for you. This location offers whole blood and platelet donation opportunities.
Based on 33 reviews, this Blood donation center has received a rating of 4.5 stars
Address: 4229 Ponderosa Ave C, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (858) 712-1602
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–3:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–3 PM |
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Reviews
Angela Lin
Feel terrible about giving a low rating but been here twice to give blood and both experiences have made me prefer San Diego Blood Bank instead. Even though red cross gives better incentives. The first time they were so behind on appointments that a few people started leaving after waiting 45 min after checking in. On top of that, the skill of the nurse was lacking as the needle was incorrectly placed near a valve thus the blood flow was jumping all over the place. The second time was much less crowded however this time they missed the vein, tried to fix it, resulting in a half a bag wasted donation and a huge bruise. If you’re trying to donate blood go to San Diego Blood Bank instead.
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Preston Fraser
I have donated blood and platelets here a few times. The staff has been very kind and accommodating every time. That was the case up until this last time I came in for a Power Red donation, which is the main reason I’m leaving a review.
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Sami Pathan
Great Red Cross Center. Everyone working these is very competent and friendly. My only complaint is that it’s hard to get whole blood appointments but I guess that’s a good problem to have!
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Shirley Sloane
Alejandra my technician who helped me was AMAZING!! She was so nice and kind the entire time. It’s because of people like her that makes me want to come back to this location.
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Luciano Cuadra
The staff here is always incredibly friendly and the work they do invaluable. The facility is clean and modern and they process you quickly. Blood donations during the week are walk-in only, but they do take reservations on the weekends.
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L H
First time platelet donor yesterday. I had no idea it could take up to 120 minutes process. Luckily the facility provided a collection of DVD movies to choose and Netflix to stream from.
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Charles Isaac
Friendly efficient staff. Very professional. Lots of parking!
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Suzzanne Hastings
I’ve gone to this center several times.
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Tere Nieves
Great place to come and donate. I come donate platelets every two months and the staff is amazing. Very sanitary and they are great with conversation. They also will give you snacks, movies, Netflix, or tv to watch while you are hooked up.
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Savanna Dato
I love donating here! Everyone is kind and caring and does a fantastic job
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